*** this position has been closed, and no new applications will be accepted. ***

The
Department of Mathematics at the University of Oklahoma (OU) is seeking to strengthen
its First-Year Mathematics program. OU is experiencing an exciting multi-year
period of growth that is in part fueled by its noteworthy retention of incoming
students. We are looking for candidates who understand the balance of meeting
the needs of incoming students while maintaining academic excellence. We
encourage dynamic and innovative individuals to apply for one of two full-time,
renewable term faculty positions beginning August 2018.

For
both positions, normal duties consist of teaching the equivalent of 9-12
credits per semester and rendering service to the department, university, and profession.
Some
evening work may be expected.

One
of the positions would require helping with tutoring and administrative duties in the Mathematics
Tutoring Center and overseeing the quantitative literacy course that is offered
to students whose majors do not require additional mathematics. The other
position would involve coordinating one of the multi-section, 1000-level
mathematics courses.

Expectations

Requirements for the successful candidate include:

an earned Master’s
degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education

a record of exemplary
teaching either:

post-secondary
mathematics courses at the 1000-level (courses ranging from College Algebra to
Calculus but also credit-bearing courses aimed at first-year students not
pursuing STEM fields) or

secondary
mathematics courses at or above the level of College Algebra

Other
desirable qualities of candidates include, but are not limited to:

·an understanding of (and experience in
implementing) active learning activities in the classroom

a willingness and ability to
coordinatemulti-section courses

documented
excellence in teaching large lecture sections

tutoring and/or
administrative experience in a mathematics help center or mathematics tutoring
center

innovative
use of digital resources in instruction and assessment

an active
research agenda related to research in undergraduate mathematics education in
general and first-year mathematics in particular

a track
record of mathematics education conference presentations

experience
using course learning management platforms

Salary

The
salary is competitive and is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The University of Oklahoma offers an excellent benefits program. For further
information please access the Human
Resources website.

Application

For
full consideration, applicants should send a completed AMS cover sheet,
curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, a
description of recent mathematics education research (if applicable), and have
at least three letters of recommendation (at least two of which must address
the applicant's teaching experience and proficiency; at least one of which must
address the applicant’s organizational abilities and interpersonal skills).
Applicants should submit these materials through MathJobs.

Screening
of applications will begin on December 1, 2017 and will continue until the
position is closed on MathJobs.

Additional
information

The
University of Oklahoma (OU) is a Carnegie-R1 comprehensive public research
university known for excellence in teaching, research, and community
engagement, serving the educational, cultural, economic and health-care needs
of the state, region, and nation from three campuses: Norman, Health Sciences
Center in Oklahoma City and the Schusterman Center in Tulsa. OU enrolls over
30,000 students and has more than 2700 full-time faculty members in 21
colleges.

In
2014, OU became the first public institution ever to rank #1 nationally in the
recruitment of National Merit Scholars, with 311 scholars. The 277-acre
Research Campus in Norman was named the No.1 research campus in the nation by
the Association of Research Parks in 2013. Norman is a culturally rich and
vibrant town located just outside Oklahoma City. With outstanding schools,
amenities, and a low cost of living, Norman is a perennial contender on the
“Best Places to Live” rankings. Visit soonerway.ou.edu for more information.

The
University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state
laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity,
gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a
veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is
not limited to: admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational
services.

Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

Curriculum Vitae

Research Statement

Teaching Statement

Three Reference Letters (to be submitted by the reference writers at this site )